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YTT 519K

1972 Volvo 100 Series

Green Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

65,823 mi
Last recorded65,823 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Volvo 100 Series89,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTT 519K
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 65,823 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 65,820 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported mount broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2016 64,436 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 64,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 8 Oct 2015 64,305 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative all (1.4.B.1b)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing and damaged (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 55,692 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all exhaust rubbers perished but still supported at time of test

all front suspention bushes perished

both front lower suspention arm bushes have slight movement

corrosion to both outer sills

nsr tyre cracking on sidewall

osr inner arch corroded

slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 2 Oct 2014 55,692 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all front suspention bushes perished

both front lower suspention arm bushes have slight movement

corrosion to both outer sills

nsr tyre cracking on sidewall

osr inner arch corroded

slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 14 Aug 2014 55,575 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

near side rear tyre perished

Pass 6 Jun 2013 55,504 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 55,504 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 55,491 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 55,398 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 55,388 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 55,127 miles

Nearside rear brake binding.

Pass 30 Apr 2009 55,103 miles

nearside rear brake binding

Pass 29 Apr 2008 55,048 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the Volvo 100 Series?

Based on 3,665 MOT tests across 479 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
533
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
479
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 157
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 153
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 91
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 85
position lamp(s) not working 74
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YTT 519K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series in Green with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1972 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YTT 519K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 100 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Volvo 100 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YTT 519K registered?

YTT 519K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 13 June 1972.

Is YTT 519K safe to buy?

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